Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has introduced a new step to stop users from frequently discarding or transferring SIM cards.
The authority has extended the SIM disown period from 60 days to 365 days. Under this new rule, a SIM registered in a user’s name cannot be removed or transferred to another name for one year.
The PTA said this means that once a SIM is issued on a citizen’s CNIC, the ownership will stay unchanged for a full year.
The authority has also asked citizens to be careful while giving biometric verification for SIM issuance.
Earlier, the PTA warned users to keep their National Database and Registration Authority CNICs valid and updated to avoid SIM blocking.
It said SIMs registered on expired, cancelled, or deceased CNICs are being blocked to improve digital security in the country.
The PTA urged people to renew their CNICs through NADRA to avoid service interruption.
It also advised users to keep their details updated with mobile companies and ensure timely CNIC verification to maintain smooth mobile services and secure communication.
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